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FLEETWOOD WASTE MATERIAL GUIDE

Know what belongs in your Fleetwood bin.

Use Fleetwood’s mixed-waste rules to sort your load before delivery. Check what we accept, which items carry a surcharge, what needs a separate bin and what must stay out.

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FLEETWOOD’S ACCEPTANCE RULES

Find your material and its loading rule.

These rules apply to Fleetwood’s regular mixed-disposal containers. A surcharge item is different from a prohibited item. Open a material group for the exact conditions before you load.

Accepted in mixed waste

Wood and renovation debris

Fleetwood loading rules

Lumber, plywood, particle board and renovation debris can go in Fleetwood’s mixed-waste bins. Creosote-treated wood and railroad or landscaping ties need a separate bin; keep fire-damaged material separate too.

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Accepted in mixed waste

Cabinets, doors and bathroom fixtures

Fleetwood loading rules

Accepted items include cabinets, countertops, doors, windows and bathroom fixtures. Window glass is usually allowed when intact; tell Fleetwood if glass is broken before loading.

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Accepted in mixed waste

Flooring and asphalt shingles

Fleetwood loading rules

Fleetwood accepts laminate, vinyl, hardwood, carpet, underlay and tiles, as well as asphalt roofing shingles, in suitable mixed-waste loads. Identify the material and amount when booking.

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Accepted in mixed waste

Furniture and household items

Fleetwood loading rules

Accepted furniture includes chairs, tables, dressers, nightstands, coffee tables and shelving units. Household items include plastic bins and totes, seasonal decorations, luggage, garden tools, toys and clothes. Mattresses and box springs have a surcharge; appliances and electronics are not permitted in mixed waste.

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Accepted in mixed waste

Construction plastics, paper and cardboard

Fleetwood loading rules

Plastics from construction sites are accepted. Only small amounts of cardboard and paper belong in the mixed-waste load. PVC pipe, Styrofoam and fiberglass are surcharge items, not ordinary construction-plastic loads.

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Accepted in mixed waste

Metal mixed with debris

Fleetwood loading rules

Metal items can be mixed with accepted debris. Clean metal is often better separated for recycling; discuss a separated load with Fleetwood. This does not include appliances, electronics, industrial drums, propane tanks or pressurized cylinders.

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Accepted with surcharge

Mattresses and box springs

Fleetwood loading rules

Fleetwood accepts mattresses and box springs with a surcharge. Give the team the item types and quantities before loading so the additional charge can be confirmed.

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Accepted with surcharge

Tires

Fleetwood loading rules

Tires are accepted with a surcharge. Tell Fleetwood how many tires you have before adding them to the load. Confirm the applicable charge in your written quote.

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Accepted with surcharge

Insulation, Styrofoam and fiberglass

Fleetwood loading rules

These materials carry a surcharge. Insulation is accepted only in very limited quantities in mixed waste. Tell Fleetwood the type and amount before loading; the team must confirm the quantity and charge.

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Accepted with surcharge

Tree stumps and branches

Fleetwood loading rules

Accepted with a surcharge. Each stump or branch must be no more than 5 feet long and 2 feet in diameter. Tell Fleetwood the quantity and dimensions before loading.

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Accepted with surcharge

PVC pipe

Fleetwood loading rules

PVC pipe is accepted with a surcharge. Include its quantity in your material list so Fleetwood can confirm the applicable charge before loading.

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Accepted with surcharge

Rubber playground mats

Fleetwood loading rules

Rubber playground mats are accepted with a surcharge. List the amount in your quote request and confirm the charge with Fleetwood before loading.

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Separate bin required

Concrete, rebar, rocks, dirt, sod and bricks

Fleetwood loading rules

Do not put these materials in a regular mixed-waste bin. Fleetwood requires a suitable special bin size and loading arrangement. Tell the team exactly which materials you have so the correct container can be arranged.

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Separate bin required

Gyproc and drywall

Fleetwood loading rules

A separate drywall-only bin is required. Any container designated for Gyproc or drywall must contain Gyproc or drywall materials only. Do not mix in wood, flooring, household waste or other debris. Contaminated loads are subject to cleaning fees and additional disposal charges.

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Separate bin required

Creosote-treated lumber and ties

Fleetwood loading rules

Creosote-treated lumber and railroad or landscaping ties are not permitted in regular mixed-waste bins. A separate bin is required. Identify these materials to Fleetwood before booking.

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Separate bin required

Fire-damaged materials

Fleetwood loading rules

Fire-damaged materials are not permitted in regular mixed-waste bins. A separate bin is required. Describe the materials and their condition to Fleetwood before arranging the container.

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Not permitted in mixed waste

Paint, chemicals, liquids and batteries

Fleetwood loading rules

Keep paint, solvents, flammable liquids, toxins, batteries, corrosive materials and chemicals of any kind out of Fleetwood’s mixed-waste bins. Paying a surcharge does not make these prohibited materials acceptable.

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Not permitted in mixed waste

Hazardous waste, contamination and PCB ballasts

Fleetwood loading rules

Hazardous waste, contaminated waste and ballasts containing PCBs are not permitted in Fleetwood’s regular mixed-waste bins. Contact Fleetwood before arranging a load if you are unsure what a material contains.

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Not permitted in mixed waste

Drums, propane tanks and cylinders

Fleetwood loading rules

Industrial or metal drums, propane tanks and pressurized cylinders are not permitted in Fleetwood’s mixed-waste bins. Keep them out of the load, including when clearing a garage or construction site.

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Not permitted in mixed waste

Electronics and appliances

Fleetwood loading rules

Electronics (e-waste) and appliances are not permitted in Fleetwood’s regular mixed-waste bins. Keep them separate and ask Fleetwood about your items before making disposal arrangements.

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Not permitted in mixed waste

Food waste

Fleetwood loading rules

Food waste of any kind is not permitted. This includes frozen, canned and packaged food. Do not add food to a household cleanout or renovation bin.

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Not permitted in mixed waste

Animal remains and by-products

Fleetwood loading rules

Animal carcasses and animal by-products are not permitted in Fleetwood’s mixed-waste bins. Keep them out of all regular mixed-disposal loads.

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Insulation needs special attention: Fleetwood permits only very limited quantities in mixed waste, and a surcharge applies. Confirm the amount before loading. Tree stumps and branches must not exceed 5 feet in length and 2 feet in diameter; a surcharge applies.

DRYWALL-ONLY MEANS DRYWALL ONLY

Keep your separate bin free of other waste.

Any Fleetwood bin designated for Gyproc or drywall must contain Gyproc or drywall materials only. Do not use it for mixed renovation debris.

Loads containing contamination are subject to cleaning fees and additional disposal charges.

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MAKE YOUR QUOTE MORE USEFUL

Tell Fleetwood what you plan to load.

List accepted debris, surcharge items and separate loads when requesting your Fleetwood quote. Include item counts for mattresses, box springs and tires, and dimensions for stumps or branches.

  1. Delivery location

    Share the city and full address so coverage and access can be reviewed.

  2. Material and estimated amount

    Name each major waste type and its quantity. List drywall and dense material separately.

  3. Placement and access

    Mention driveways, lanes, gates, surfaces, overhead wires and loading restrictions.

  4. Project timing

    Provide preferred delivery and pickup dates and your expected rental period.

  5. Special handling

    Identify mattresses, box springs, tires, insulation, Styrofoam, fiberglass, PVC pipe and rubber playground mats. Do not add prohibited materials.

FLEETWOOD MATERIAL QUESTIONS

Check the rule before loading.

Call Fleetwood if your item or its condition is not covered by the list.

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Are tires and mattresses accepted?

Yes. Fleetwood accepts tires, mattresses and box springs with a surcharge. Tell us the types and quantities before loading so the charge can be confirmed. Review the Material Guide and contact Fleetwood to confirm the requirements for your load before booking.

Can appliances or electronics go in mixed waste?

No. Electronics and appliances are not permitted in Fleetwood’s regular mixed-waste bins. Keep them out of the load and ask about your items before arranging disposal. Review the Material Guide and contact Fleetwood to confirm the requirements for your load before booking.

Can I include a small amount of insulation?

Only very limited quantities are accepted in mixed waste, and a surcharge applies. Confirm the material and amount with Fleetwood before loading. Styrofoam and fiberglass also carry a surcharge. Contact Fleetwood to confirm the arrangements for your project.

Can concrete or drywall go with renovation debris?

No. Concrete, rebar, rocks, dirt, sod and bricks require a suitable special bin size. Gyproc and drywall require a separate drywall-only bin. Tell Fleetwood about these loads when booking. Review the Material Guide and contact Fleetwood to confirm the requirements for your load before booking.

What are the limits for stumps and branches?

They must be no more than 5 feet long and 2 feet in diameter. A surcharge applies. Give Fleetwood the dimensions and quantity before loading. Contact Fleetwood to confirm the arrangements for your project.

BEFORE THE TRUCK ARRIVES

Prepare for bin delivery

Four checks for a smoother delivery and pickup.

Read the placement guide

Clear truck access

Keep the delivery route, placement area and overhead space clear.

Arrange permissions

Check property permission and any municipal requirements before delivery.

Load within the limits

Use agreed materials. Keep the load level and within confirmed weight limits.

Keep pickup accessible

Keep vehicles and other obstructions away when collection is due.

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